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5.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Hayneville, Alabama

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.9/10
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Choosing a school in Hayneville?

Use this page to compare every school in Hayneville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Jacksonsteele Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary · Lowndes County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Central Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary · Lowndes County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Central High School

5.4/10

High · Lowndes County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Hayneville for 2026 are Jacksonsteele Elementary School (6.5/10), Central Elementary School (6.4/10), and Central High School (5.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

4

in this city

Avg Score

5.9

out of 10

Median Home

$68,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Hayneville

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Jacksonsteele Elementary School 6.5 / 10
2 Central Elementary School 6.4 / 10
3 Central High School 5.4 / 10
4 Hayneville Middle School 5.3 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.9/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$35,250

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$68,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
12%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
30 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
67%

Of occupied housing units

How Hayneville compares

Alabama rank

#123 of 179

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Alabama avg (6.4)

Median household income

$35k

59% of Alabama median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Hayneville, Alabama

Hayneville, Alabama is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Hayneville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Hayneville is Jacksonsteele Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Hayneville is served by 1 school district: Lowndes County. These districts collectively serve 1,173 students.

Hayneville's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $35,250. The poverty rate in the area is 34.7%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 36040 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 130 students · Pre-K–5th 6.5
2 181 students · Pre-K–5th 6.4

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 157 students · 6th–8th 5.3

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 186 students · 9th–12th 5.4

Schools in Hayneville

Hayneville, Alabama · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$35,250

Median Home Value

$68,300

Median Rent

$801/mo

Population

3,539

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

34.7%

Community Profile

Hayneville has a median household income of $35,250. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $68,300, with a median rent of $801/month. The area has a poverty rate of 34.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Hayneville, Alabama

How many schools are in Hayneville, Alabama?

Hayneville has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Hayneville, Alabama?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hayneville is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Hayneville, Alabama?

The top-ranked school in Hayneville on MySchoolScout is Jacksonsteele Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Hayneville, Alabama?

The top-ranked elementary school in Hayneville on MySchoolScout is Jacksonsteele Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Hayneville, Alabama?

The top-ranked middle school in Hayneville on MySchoolScout is Hayneville Middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.

What is the best high school in Hayneville, Alabama?

The top-ranked high school in Hayneville on MySchoolScout is Central High School with a composite score of 5.4/10.

How many school districts serve Hayneville, Alabama?

Hayneville is served by 1 school district: Lowndes County.

What is the education level in Hayneville, Alabama?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Hayneville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Hayneville, Alabama?

The median household income in Hayneville is approximately $35,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Hayneville, Alabama?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hayneville is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hayneville, Alabama?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alabama Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.